These jigsaws are ideal for DIY projects or light-duty workshop use. It cuts cleanly and allows you to make design cuts using easily replaceable blades. You can also adjust the depth of the cut with a simple turn of the bevel adjustment control. For added convenience, this jigsaw features a carrying handle, blade locking system, and an extendable shoe that adjusts to right or left-hand use. Our DIY jigsaw projects give you a wide variety of options for cutting materials such as plywood, plastic laminate, and acrylic, so you can get down to the fun part of the building.
DIY Jigsaw Projects And Ideas
A jigsaw is a handy tool to have even if you are a novice woodworker. With this saw, you can not only make the cuts you need, but it will also allow you to make design cuts that will add visual flair to your projects. The number of creative cuts you can make is unlimited, along with the number of DIY projects you can start today. Those who are interested in woodworking will find this saw an indispensable tool for any project. Whether it's a gift for someone special or just something fun and different, these DIY jigsaw projects are sure to please!
Whether you're tackling a tough DIY project or just need to cut an occasional board, the DIY Jigsaw Projects is a great tool to have on hand. This jigsaw is loaded with features that make it ideal for do-it-yourselfers: blade-tilt adjustment for angled cuts, precision depth gauges for accurate cuts, and a handy built-in clamp to hold material securely.
A Bird Feeder
Watching birds is a pleasure, especially when you discover that they're pecking on your bird feeder. This DIY bird feeder plan will walk you through how to make a wooden suncatcher while feeding the birds at the same time! It's easy to do and inexpensive, as well. So grab your favorite woodworking tool and start building. This bird feeder is a fun project that you can do with your kids or friends, or even on your own. It is inexpensive and very easy to make. The Suncatcher Bird Feeder features two handmade stained glass panels on each side of the feeder and it can hold bird food or suet pellets. The woodworking part of the project only takes about one hour to complete, so this is a great weekend project!
Skill Level: beginner
Tools: Wood, wire screen mesh, plexiglass, glue, screws,
Supplies: hand saw, screwdriver, scissors, drill
Mini Bowling Alley
This adorable DIY project is perfect to entertain the family! The mini-bowling alley can be made with a jigsaw, some wood supplies, and a small amount of effort. This DIY idea is perfect for a family that wants to spend time together! It also makes great decorations for your kid's bedroom or playroom. A jigsaw and spare wood are all you need to assemble this fun project. This cute Bowling Alley uses stumps as pins, and it is perfect for Sunday afternoon bonding. Everyone will enjoy playing this game with the whole family. Make several sets if lots of fun, this game is guaranteed to bring everyone closer together!
Skill Level: beginner
Tools: Spray Paint Gun, Mod Podge, Kreg Jig, Sander, Dremel, JigSaw, Wood Filler, Handsaw,
Supplies: White Spray Paint, Washi Tape, Triple Thick Gloss Glaze, Large Wood Bowling Pins, board, Silhouette
Plant Hanger
The key to a beautifully arranged plant hanger is an attractive pot. Plant hangers are a really easy way to brighten up your home with greenery even if you might consider yourself a novice gardener. You can make these hangers whatever size you need to fit on your wall or door, and you can use any wood that is sturdy enough to support your hanging plants. Add greenery and style to your interiors with this simple DIY plant hanger. Having several different styles of planters on one wall is also a great way to add some diversity to your decor. Using materials that are readily available and affordable, this project will add a touch of nature and personality to any space.
Skill Level: beginner
Tools: jigsaw, sandpaper, hand saw, drill, screwdriver
Supplies: scrap wood, terra cotta pots, plants, rope, metal ring, drill, paint
Wooden Placemats
Do it yourself on a budget with the help of this easy DIY plan for wooden placemats. This project can be finished in less than an hour and will do wonders to add a personal touch to your dining table. Wooden placemats are a fun and easy way to put your own personal style on your dining table. These country-chic placemats fit with any decor and color scheme. From using an old door as the base of your placemats, to hand painting stripes onto them, what's even more fun is this craft. Customize this simple-to-make project any way you like with paints and stain in your choice of colors, or just leave it as is with the natural wood grain showing through.
Skill Level: beginner
Tools: handsaw, scale
Supplies: Wooden Square, paint, glue
Cook Shelves
Who would ever think of building a shelf that held cookbooks and spices…..all in one place!? In your modern home, everyone has a different style of cooking. Whether you are a chef or like to experiment, this spice rack is the perfect addition to your kitchen. That was the brilliance of hanging cookbook shelves. This shelf holds your spices, your favorite cookbooks, bakeware, and even some for your cloth napkins! you can find so many more uses for them, you will be amazed at all of their functionality. They pair perfectly with our modern kitchen cabinets. You can Save your cabinets and counter space by mounting this clever organizer to the wall above the kitchen sink. With shelves, it's the perfect size to hold cookbooks, utensils, herbs, or whatever else you need at arm's reach.
Skill Level: expert
Tools: handsaw, scale, drill, hammer, sander
Supplies: wooden sheet, paint, screws, glue
Creating a Heart Candle Holder for Valentine’s Day out of an old book is a fun and unique way to express love. If you’re looking for a way to make someone precious to you feel special, this candle holder is the perfect craft. It’s unique, fun, and has a real wow factor. When it’s finished, it can bring a smile to anyone who sees it even when its light is not lit! It's also a great piece to add to your decor year-round. This DIY project is budget-friendly, recycles books, and it’ll make you look like a professional crafter. You will love how the light shines through your candles, the creation will look amazing in your home and everyone will tell you that you’re incredibly talented.
Skill Level: expert
Tools: wood cutter, sander, jigsaw, handsaw
Supplies: wood, paint, glue
Drawer Organizer
Do you have a problem with drawers? Let's solve it! It is the perfect DIY jigsaw project for you. Not only is it super simple, but the plans are set out so you can customize the measurements to fit your drawers, and design the layout of the dividers so all your stuff will have a home. They fit together using slots so you can customize the sizes for your drawers. Clear up clutter in your drawers with a customized drawer organizer for your kitchen, bathroom, and utility rooms. This organizing solution has adjustable dividers that you can position to create any number of compartments to fit your stuff, from necklaces and earrings to utensils, cosmetics and office supplies. Plus, these modular units attach without tools, so they're great for apartment dwellers or renters.
Skill Level: expert
Tools: wood cutter, sander, jigsaw, handsaw, nail gun
Supplies: wooden sheet, paint, glue
Name Plates
Name plaques are a stylish way to display kids' names. These personal pieces will make great gifts or simple additions to any home decor. You can create your own Nameplates decorating with a jigsaw. Perfect gift idea, wall hanging, or dresser adornment for a new baby. Add a personal touch to kids' rooms, dorm rooms, office walls, and more with this nameplate project. It's easy with a jigsaw and mitered corners on a simple frame. With just a few minutes of time, you can have a unique piece that's personal to your family. You can make a unique desk decor instead; one that will show off your sense of creativity as well as your name!
Skill Level: beginner
Tools: Jigsaw, Palm sander,
printer
Supplies: MDF board, Graphite paper, paper, clear tape
Wooden Paper Dolls
Bring back childhood memories with this elegant set of wooden paper dolls. With a little creativity and crafting know-how, you can create a new toy for the good old beloved paper dolls. This nostalgic DIY is sure to bring back memories and introduce children to a new way to play with their dolls. Not only will the dolls be sturdier than the paper cousins, but they'll have clothes that fit them! With a couple of simple tools and lots of patience, you can make the hand-cut paper dolls come to life again for your little one! This is a good learning project for little ones who like arts and crafts. This DIY project is time-consuming but well worth it!
Skill Level: beginner
Tools: scissors, color pencils
Supplies: wooden tray, paper
Magazine Holder
Don’t have time to read your favorite magazine? DIY an adorable magazine holder to store it in! with a jigsaw and just a few other craft supplies, you can keep your favorite reads out of sight, but still, make it easy for you to enjoy reading them whenever you want to. Not having the right tools for a job can be one of the most frustrating things. We’re all going to have a stack of magazines eventually. Whether you read them or not, one way to keep your collection looking tidy and intentional is to create a magazine holder out of wood. You know, so they don’t accidentally land on the floor and get stepped on by Sunday morning slippers. The supplies you have will depend on the project that you are doing.
Skill Level: expert
Tools: wood cutter, sander, handsaw, nail gun
Supplies: wooden sheet, small bowl, leather sheet, wooden dowel rods
Decorative Corbels
Looking for an easy way to add an artsy architectural detail to your home? Try making these DIY decorative corbels. We are going to show you how to make your own corbels using reclaimed lumber. Where to get the wood for these fabulous pieces and some of the steps that go into making them at home. If you've ever admired the classic appeal of barn door hardware, you'll love this corbel project. The best part - these beauties are simple to make and look amazing in any space, even if you've never used a router before. Decorative corbels may be ancient in origin, but they are by no means outdated. These classic pieces are the perfect accent for any room.
Skill Level: expert
Tools: wood filler, sandpaper, drill
Supplies: wooden board, corbel patterns, nails, glass sheet, wood glue, paint/primer or stain
Christmas Ornaments
Make your own Christmas ornaments this year! These adorable decorations are made from pieces of wood and finished with an intricate, heartwarming wood carving. With this DIY jigsaw project, you can create your own personalized Christmas ornaments at home from pictures you've taken yourself. This is a fun way to use those photos and they are sure to become heirloom items that will be passed down year after year. Whether you're a beginner or an old pro, create these lovely DIY jigsaw ornaments that can be passed down for generations to come. The beautiful wood you choose will be a special touch that's sure to become a treasured family heirloom that your grandkids will cherish for many years.
Skill Level: expert
Tools: Sandpaper, Scroll saw, Drill
Supplies: Wood of choice, Spray adhesive
Bunny Decor
You don't have to rush out and buy those expensive bunny decorations this Easter, just make your own using the wood puzzle pieces. After finding a DIY for Christmas, we wanted to touch on Easter as well. This bunny decor is made from scraps of wood and paints. Super simple and cute! It's time to get excited for Easter. This DIY project is simple, adorable, and perfect for decorating around the house as you wait for Spring to arrive. They are colorful, unique, and inexpensive. These simple bunny treats are easy to make and great as Easter decorations or gifts. You don't need any special tools, but if you have a jigsaw or a scroll saw, you can easily cut the wood yourself.
Skill Level: beginner
Tools: handsaw, sandpaper
Supplies: wooden sheet, cloth ribbon, glue
Jewelry Box
This Jewelry Box is so easy to make that even if you aren't a craft expert, you can easily make this project. This project by A Beautiful Mess uses a hanging jewelry box for storage. Customize it with your favorite colors and add a hanging mirror if desired. The sleek design includes hooks and compartments of various sizes to hold your jewelry. It hangs on the wall and could even come with a mirror for you to check out your entire outfit! It has all the hooks you need and even has a spot to add a mirror. No more digging through your jewelry box trying to find the right piece of bling!
Skill Level: expert
Tools: wood cutter, sander, jigsaw, handsaw, nail gun, drill
Supplies: wooden board, mirror, super glue, paint, D-Ring hangers, wood screws, brass hinges, cup hooks, wallpaper, cabinet catch
Customize Your Closet Doors With Trim
Do your bedroom doors need a little something extra? A Beautiful mess created these awesome blinds out of a jigsaw and plywood. Not only did they make the doors look cute on their own, but they also don't have to worry about the blinds blowing off when their child opens the door. You could make this unbelievably easy project with a jigsaw, some plywood, and paint. Customize your closet doors by creating your own trim. Every house should have custom closet doors whether it's painted white to match the rest of the room or left natural for a more rustic look.
Skill Level: expert
Tools: drill, hammer, screwdriver
Supplies: wood, nails, glue, sandpaper
State Plaque
Creating a State plaque is one of the easiest do-it-yourself jigsaw puzzles. A unique gift to be given to someone with a home of its own. Just choose a State and then you can personalize the plaque by choosing your favorite colors. Create one of a kind State plaque using just clamps and glue. You can customize your plaque with paint and other decorations; add your own unique touch. Just print out the template, assemble the pieces and start building your State jigsaw. To make it more personalized, add some paint or decorations onto the plaque. Have fun cutting out the individual pieces, slats, and border. Next, simply apply glue or adhesive to each piece, then attach them to the wood base. Lastly, paint and decorate!
Skill Level: expert
Tools: electric cutter machine
Supplies: glue, nails, wooden sheet, paint
Jigsaw Puzzle
Remember the days when you would sit for hours at a time and patiently work to complete a jigsaw puzzle? Now is your chance to relive those memories with a DIY jigsaw puzzle you create, or to start new ones by making one for your kids. Whether you like animals or architecture, space or sports, all of these puzzles will challenge and inspire adults and children alike. A night in with friends can turn into an evening of creativity as each person works on their own unique picture. Whether you're stirring up nostalgia from your days in school, or simply need to shut out the world for a bit, jigsaw puzzles are an engaging activity for every level. Be it the young adult, avid camper, or casual puzzler, all will be entertained by this classic pastime.
Skill Level: expert
Tools: straightedge or yardstick, cutter
Supplies: plywood sheet, glue
